Twistman
The Twistman is a recurring character in the ancient book "The 24 Pyramids", the basis of the belief system of The SID. In illustrations and sidologist symbolism, he is represented by a yellow arm/hand hieroglyph with three fingers.
Like most characters and events in The 24 Pyramids, the Twistman is more a nebulous allegory than an actual person.
Role in the book
Twistman is introduced some time after the Creation of the 24 Pyramids and the SID's Resurrection. He is often described as performing various dance acts (or "doing the twist") which include such mysterious rituals as the "Elephant Twist".
After his introduction, Twistman acts as something of a sidekick to The SID, as their symbols are often seen side by side in the illustrations. It is said that "The Message of the SID cometh by the Twist Man's Hand!" implying the Twistman may be some sort of a prophet or messenger of The SID. However, the Twistman never says anything in the book. This has led Sidology scholars to believe his message is contained within the descriptions of the dance acts themselves, although no clear consensus exists as to what this message might be.
A controversial theory regarding the Twistman's meaning is that he is not a separate entity at all, but instead a symbol of "The SID's Will", a personification of his influence in the world. This might explain the Twistman's peculiar lack of body and characterization, but does not offer any clues as to why he would choose to communicate by dancing.
Curiously, the Twistman is often seen performing in front of an audience, but the audience almost always reacts negatively. Most of the time they jeer and shout him off the stage, although towards the end of the book their reactions become increasingly violent; audience members suffer internal hemorrhaging, spontaneously combust, and finally explode. The meaning of these scenes is shrouded in mystery.
Appearances in popular culture
Like the rest of the characters in The 24 Pyramids, the Twistman also appears in The SID Show, a television series produced on Orceron. True to the illustrations in the book, only his hand is shown in the series and he never speaks.
